Description

The Daimler Armoured Car Mk.II is a Rank I British light tank with a battle rating of 1.3. It was introduced in Update 1.71 "New E.R.A.". Boasting the usual British Rank 1 QF 2-pounder on a wheeled platform. It is the first vehicule in the AC/AA line of the British tech tree.

A QF 2-pounder on 4x4 wheels. This vehicle is made to support infantry in a way similar to cavalry. It is not made to withstand heavy fire. Notably, its wheeled configuration means the car will not get good fire when on the move and it will turn in an arc. Meanwhile, its good reverse speed could possibly save the car as long as the move happens before the enemy shoots. The Daimler is recognisable from other AC by its hexagonal hull center and it's short length. It has 4 mm boxes scattered across the hull and a spare tire on the left side. Besides the main armament, it is equipped with a coaxial BESA MG (same MG as higher rank British vehicles), a decent gun to spread onto an open-topped SPG with lead, ending him rightly.

Machine guns

Usage in the battles

Everything that could say about a light tank applies to the Daimler AC: it's weak, has decent mobility, and a good gun for supporting the main fire team. Use its good speed to put the car in a spot from where it could harass enemies. Do not stay on the same spot too long and use peek-a-boo tactics to fire at the enemy. Whenever in danger, just press the reverse button and get back into safety as fast as the car got there.

Pros and cons

Pros:

Good reverse speed and acceleration.

Does not lose speed when turning, smooth driving.

Decent turret traverse.

Armour is thin enough to avoid detonating APHE shells

Has smoke grenade launchers.

Many 4 mm boxes scattered on the hull, offering bonus protection against shrapnel and machine guns.

-12° of gun depression

Compact ammo racks.

Cons:

Armour is lacking overall.

Bad off-road mobility.

As it has no tracks, does not turn on point.

Has difficulty reaching max speed.

Vulnerable to HMG, especially the tires.

Has a tendency to tip over in sharp turns if not careful.

Poor stock performance.

Only 3 crew men means poor survivability.

Generally high profile.

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